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How to Start Services, Receive Treatment, and Pay for Care at LFS

LFS offers multiple ways to begin services so individuals and families can get help quickly and conveniently. Walk Into Any LFS Office 1. Walk in: You can start services by walking into an LFS…

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Youth Community Treatment Aid (CTA) Program, Community-Based Mental Health Support

When a youth begins to struggle with significant mental health symptoms or functional impairments, families often find themselves searching for support that goes beyond traditional outpatient therapy. The Youth Community Treatment Aid (CTA) program at…

A group photo of all employer representatives that participated in a job fair at LFS Headquarters.

How LFS Job Fairs Began: Abbas’s Vision for a Community‑Centered Hiring Pipeline

Long before the job fairs grew into the bustling, multi‑employer events they are today, they started with a simple idea from Abbas Aldoban. Abbas is the Business Services and Outreach Coordinator for Lutheran Family Services…

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Inside One LFS – March 2026

March came in like a lion at Lutheran Family Services this year! It has been a whirlwind of activity (even more than usual) as we launched expanded behavioral health programming, celebrated our champions, and brought solid relief…

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Inside One LFS – November 2025

Closet Clean Out Now's your excuse to dig deep into your closets and find those coats, hats, and scarves that you haven't worn for years. LFS is collecting all sizes of winter wear to help…

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Inside One LFS – September 2025

Significant Service Expansion Coming in January You'll likely be hearing a lot more about LFS in your community starting January 1. This month, we received formal certification and approvals to become a Certified Community Behavioral…

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Inside One LFS – August 2025

Support Refugees in Nebraska with In-Kind Donations At LFS, we believe every family deserves to begin their new life with dignity and comfort. That's why we welcome in-kind donations to support refugees resettling in…

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Inside One LFS – June 2025

LFS Headquarters Renamed in Honor of Longtime Supporters The headquarters of LFS now bears a name that reflects the deep generosity and unwavering support of two of our most devoted champions: Coyner and Donna Smith.…

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Inside One LFS – May 2025

Why Medicaid Matters: A Quiet Force for Safety and Healing Most people never hear about the emergencies we prevent—because our work stops them before they happen. At Lutheran Family Services (LFS), Medicaid makes so much…

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Preserve Medicaid – A Message From Our CEO

At Lutheran Family Services (LFS) in Nebraska and Southwest Iowa, we provide a safety net for the most vulnerable in our communities. We rely on a network of state and federal assistance, grants, and the…

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Inside One LFS – April 2025

LFS Co-responder Program What is the Co-responder Program? Co-responders provide immediate and ongoing professional support to Kearney Police Department, Buffalo County Sheriff's Office, Fremont Police Department, Dodge County Sheriff's Office, Grand Island Police Department, and…

Inside One LFS – March 2025

LFS Update: A Response to the March Blizzard in Fremont, NE On March 19, Nebraska experienced a blizzard that left many residents of Fremont without power and prompted Dodge County to be declared a disaster…

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Inside One LFS – February 2025

LFS Focus: Substance Use Disorder Treatment Many people see the start of the year as a chance to reflect, reset, and strive for healthier lifestyles. With this in mind, we at LFS believe it’s the…

Inside One LFS January 2025

50th Anniversary of Refugee Services As the Vietnam War ended in 1975, LFS launched its Refugee Resettlement Services. Over the past 50 years, what began as a commitment to help those in need has evolved…

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Inside One LFS December 2024

Building a Life In Dana Village By: Bev Carlson AVP, Marketing, Communications, and Advocacy For Sanchez, the road to Dana Village was a long and traumatic one. At only 18, he had lived in at…

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Take the Holiday Check-In Challenge: 10 Creative Ways to Check In On a Loved One

The holiday season is often filled with joy and excitement, but it can also bring stress and loneliness for many individuals. At Lutheran Family Services (LFS), we understand the value of simply checking in on…

Veteran Services Families

Inside One LFS November 2024

Honoring Our Heroes: Essential Support for Veterans and Their Families In celebration of Veterans Day this November, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served and protected our…

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Inside One LFS September 2024

Critical Needs, New Opportunities: Symposium Challenges Realities of Delivering Human Care When you get right down to it, it is the work that makes society run smoothly. Nonprofits that deliver human care are solving…